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KRISTA CONNORS

Chilliwack

Summary

Dedicated to creating a safe emotional, social and academic environment that helps to aid in the development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about nurturing environments, emotional issues and how to boost learning. Desire to work with young children and create a bond that allows them to feel safe to explore, learn and be themselves.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Stay at Home Mom

Maternity Leave
12.2023 - Current

ECEA Teacher

A:lemlhawtxw Early Childhood Centre
06.2021 - 12.2023
  • Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
  • Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students with planned activities.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.

Cashier

Old Navy
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies and sales goals.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.

Mother

Stay at home mother
06.2007 - 05.2021

Taking care of my two children as a single parent household

  • Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
  • Made healthy snacks and meals for my two children.
  • Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.

Administrative Assistant

Polybottle
12.2006 - 12.2016
  • Sorting, stamping and filing Accounts Payables and Receivables.
  • Doing year end keying, counting and filing.

Manager Trainee

Old Navy
07.2016 - 09.2016
  • Devised, deployed and monitored processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
  • Supervised and assisted inventory staff with distributing incoming inventory.
  • Resolved escalated concerns using professionalism and understanding of all facets of issue.
  • Managed and mentored team of fifteen employees.
  • Explained services and products to customers in friendly and engaging way.
  • Oversaw activities of fifteen person team completing inventory and merchandising, disciplining and motivating employees to maximize performance.

Vault Clerk / Head Cashier

Rona
08.2012 - 12.2015
  • Balanced staff and vault at end of day and secured monies in accordance with established procedures.
  • Trained new tellers in processes and procedures for financial institution, answering questions and providing guidance.
  • Kept accurate count of pending transfers and monetary values of various movements.
  • Received and counted incoming transfers from armored car services.
  • Gathered and counted amounts for shipment off of bank premises.
  • Maintained vault and bank security at all times.
  • Greeted and welcomed customers with courteous and professional approach to drive prompt, accurate and efficient transactions.
  • Performed vault, alarm and door duties to facilitate opening and closing of operations.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
  • Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales.

Cashier

Tim Hortons
07.2009 - 08.2010
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
  • Met sales targets by encouraging customers to buy extra food items such as drinks, desserts and sides.
  • Checked completed orders for accuracy and bagged meals for easy carrying.
  • Used proper handling and preservation methods while packaging and storing food products.
  • Followed food preparation and storage guidelines established by Health Department whole working soup and sandwich station.
  • Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.

Summer Nanny

Private Household
06.2008 - 09.2008
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.

Education

Administrative Assistant Certificate (Legal)

Kwantlen University
Surrey, BC

5 Year ECE Certificate - Early Childhood Education

Pacific Rim Early Childhood Institute

Responsible Adult Certificate - Childcare

HeadStart Online School
Chilliwack, BC
06.2021

Skills

  • Mother of three young children
  • One year working in Group Daycare
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Computer skills
  • Supervision/ Management
  • Multi-tasking abilities
  • Adaptability
  • Detail-oriented
  • Conflict resolution

Timeline

Stay at Home Mom

Maternity Leave
12.2023 - Current

ECEA Teacher

A:lemlhawtxw Early Childhood Centre
06.2021 - 12.2023

Cashier

Old Navy
05.2021 - 07.2021

Manager Trainee

Old Navy
07.2016 - 09.2016

Vault Clerk / Head Cashier

Rona
08.2012 - 12.2015

Cashier

Tim Hortons
07.2009 - 08.2010

Summer Nanny

Private Household
06.2008 - 09.2008

Mother

Stay at home mother
06.2007 - 05.2021

Administrative Assistant

Polybottle
12.2006 - 12.2016

Administrative Assistant Certificate (Legal)

Kwantlen University

5 Year ECE Certificate - Early Childhood Education

Pacific Rim Early Childhood Institute

Responsible Adult Certificate - Childcare

HeadStart Online School
KRISTA CONNORS